Rising country music star Ashley Rose Pruitt (Natalie Alyn Lind) celebrates the launch of her debut album but a tragic event threatens to derail it all. Under the disapproving eye of his mother, Rebecca Pruitt (Carrie-Anne Moss), troubled musician Jackson Pruitt (Matt Lauria) tries to break old habits when an intriguing stranger enters his life.

Ashley struggles to adjust to her new reality but finds a moment of solace with Beau (Eka Darville), who has his own burdens to bear. Maddie starts to second guess her upcoming wedding to Tucker as his distant behavior continues. Simone (Ashley Madekwe) attends her estranged father’s funeral and learns her stepmother, Veronica (Garcelle Beauvais), may be more evil than she thought.

An anonymous delivery sends Ashley into a dark tailspin as Rebecca, Beau and the Nashville Police search for answers. Meanwhile, Jackson and Simone’s deeply-rooted family troubles bring them closer together. Tucker continues to hold a terrified Olivia (Danielle Campbell) hostage while concealing his secret from Maddie.

Ashley is inspired to make music again while others begin to notice her blossoming connection with Beau. Simone enlists Jackson’s help as she seeks the truth behind her father’s trust and Veronica’s scheming. Olivia questions Tucker about his motives, ultimately resurfacing painful memories for both of them.

Ashley’s instincts tell her she’s not out of danger yet and Beau takes action to make her feel safe. Simone and Jackson attend an elegant ball to confront Veronica. Meanwhile, Tucker feels his relationship with Maddie is back on track while she has her doubts. Olivia begins to understand her captor.

Beau is determined to track down Ashley’s assailant after the shootout. Jackson confronts Veronica about Simone’s disappearance and gets help from an unlikely ally. Olivia makes her escape with Tucker in pursuit, while Maddie seeks some motherly advice from Rebecca about her fiancé.

Simone’s guilt and fear of her step-family hinder her relationship with Jackson, causing him to spiral. A doctor’s appointment yields good news for Ashley and Rebecca, and the Nashville PD continue their investigation. Meanwhile, the tables have turned as Olivia interrogates a captive Tucker, forcing him to reckon with his past and present.

Both heartbroken, Jackson and Maddie find solace and clarity with each other. Ashley is determined to return to the stage, but Rebecca and Beau are worried about potential risks. Simone and Veronica reconcile and make an effort at being a family. Meanwhile, Olivia’s scheming continues and Tucker has some troubling dreams.

Ashley faces mounting pressure to cancel her upcoming concert after Beau is targeted in a hit-and-run accident. Jackson takes a step forward in getting sober and making amends with Rebecca. The Nashville police question Veronica about Clay Calloway’s death while Simone and Maddie separately search for answers.

Tucker and Maddie frantically try to escape Olivia's clutches; Simone grows more suspicious of Derek; Ashley, Rebecca, and Beau prepare for her comeback concert; A vindictive Taylor sets her plan in motion.